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Dancing with Qubits
Dancing with Qubits

Dancing with Qubits: From qubits to algorithms, embark on the quantum computing journey shaping our future , Second Edition

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Dancing with Qubits

Why Quantum Computing

Nature isn’t classical, dammit, and if you want to make a simulation of nature, you’d better make it quantum mechanical.

Richard Feynman
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In his 1982 paper “Simulating Physics with Computers,” Richard Feynman, 1965 Nobel Laureate in Physics, said he wanted to “talk about the possibility that there is to be an exact simulation, that the computer will do exactly the same as nature.” He then made the statement above, asserting that nature doesn’t especially make itself amenable to computation via classical binary computers.

In this chapter, we begin to explore how quantum computing differs from classical computing. Classical computing drives smartphones, laptops, Internet servers, mainframes, high-performance computers, and even the processors in automobiles.

We examine several use cases where quantum computing may someday help us solve today’s intractable problems using classical methods on classical computers. This is to motivate you to learn about the underpinnings and details of quantum computers I discuss throughout the book.

No single book on this topic can be complete. The technology and potential use cases are moving targets as we innovate and create better hardware and software. My goal here is to prepare you to delve more deeply into the science, coding, and applications of quantum computing.

Topics covered in this chapter

  1. 1.1. The mysterious quantum bit
  2. 1.2. I’m awake!
  3. 1.3. Why quantum computing is different
  4. 1.5. Applications to financial services
  5. 1.6. What about cryptography?
  6. 1.7. Summary
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  • Discover how quantum computing works and delve into the math behind it with practical examples
  • Learn about and assess the most up-to-date quantum computing topics including quantum machine learning
  • Explore the inner workings of existing quantum computing technologies to understand how they may perform significantly better than their classical counterparts

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Dancing with Qubits, Second Edition, is a comprehensive quantum computing textbook that starts with an overview of why quantum computing is so different from classical computing and describes several industry use cases where it can have a major impact. A full description of classical computing and the mathematical underpinnings of quantum computing follows, helping you better understand concepts such as superposition, entanglement, and interference. Next up are circuits and algorithms, both basic and sophisticated, as well as a survey of the physics and engineering ideas behind how quantum computing hardware is built. Finally, the book looks to the future and gives you guidance on understanding how further developments may affect you. This new edition is updated throughout with more than 100 new exercises and includes new chapters on NISQ algorithms and quantum machine learning. Understanding quantum computing requires a lot of math, and this book doesn't shy away from the necessary math concepts you'll need. Each topic is explained thoroughly and with helpful examples, leaving you with a solid foundation of knowledge in quantum computing that will help you pursue and leverage quantum-led technologies.

Who is this book for?

Dancing with Qubits, Second Edition, is a quantum computing textbook for all those who want to understand and explore the inner workings of quantum computing. This entails building up from basic to some sophisticated mathematics and is therefore best suited for those with a healthy interest in mathematics, physics, engineering, or computer science.

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  • Explore the mathematical foundations of quantum computing
  • Discover the complex, mind-bending concepts that underpin quantum systems
  • Understand the key ideas behind classical and quantum computing
  • Refresh and extend your grasp of essential mathematics, computing, and quantum theory
  • Examine a detailed overview of qubits and quantum circuits
  • Dive into quantum algorithms such as Grover's search, Deutsch-Jozsa, Simon's, and Shor's
  • Explore the main applications of quantum computing in the fields of scientific computing, AI, and elsewhere
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Table of Contents

24 Chapters
I Foundations Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Why Quantum Computing Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
They’re Not Old, They’re Classics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
More Numbers Than You Can Imagine Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Planes and Circles and Spheres, Oh My Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Dimensions Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
6 What Do You Mean “Probably”? Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
II Quantum Computing Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
One Qubit Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Two Qubits, Three Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Wiring Up the Circuits Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
From Circuits to Algorithms Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Getting Physical Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
III Advanced Topics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Considering NISQ Algorithms Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Introduction to Quantum Machine Learning Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Questions about the Future Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Afterword Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
A Quick Reference Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
B Notices Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
C Production Notes Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Allen Wyma May 08, 2024
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I always hear about quantum computing, but I was never sure what it was. This book provided a great introduction to what it is, how it works, and what I can use it for. What I also liked was it talked about the possible future of quantum computing so I can have an idea of why people are talking about quantum computing.
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Really enjoyed reading this book. Does an excellent job of explaining the hard to understand topics in digestible terms but also gets deep into the math and technical information too.
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Sutor did an incredible job of walking the reader through the history of computation, it's inherent mathematical complexity, and where the future will take us, all while maintaining an easy to understand language including examples & analogies. The foundation of transistors & their scaling to the end of Moore's law gracefully gives rise to the modern Qubit. Sutor writes the story without pretension & follows up with the mathematics needed to orchestrate transistors at scale. Future processors will break from their deterministic ancestors to give a probabilistic result & Robert ties it all together without confusing the reader but maintains a sense that independent contemplation is highly encouraged. I recommend any and all technology enthusiasts to give this a read to prepare for the coming Quantum Revolution.
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As a beginner to the topic, I was surprised to find how approachable it was because of the way it is described so clearly in this book. It is exciting to learn how this field might impact our future and it has inspired me to want to delve further into the field. A must read for anyone looking to get started in the field or just wanting to learn more about it!
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Join us for an indepth analysis of Robert S. Sutor's Dancing with Qubits.We encourage you to embark into the Realm of Quantum Computational Science by gaining a foundation using Robert's 2nd Edition of his book.The timely delivery of this book follows IBM's announcement of the Age of Quantum Utility.At minimum, this book is a great foundation to Quantum Jumpstart your career into Quantum Information Science.It serves as a great roadmap to guide you to a Path of Entanglement as you learn to Dance with Qubits.Gregory K. Brown, FounderThe Quantum Synergistics Institute
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